☘️ Energia Free-kend Map 20th-22nd May ☘️
Ballymaloe May Fair
When: Fri, 20 May 2022, 17:00 – Sun, 22 May 2022, 17:00
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ballymaloe-may-fair-tickets-262646331247?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Tickets from €10-22
The May Fair is our most colourful festival yet! A celebration of family, house, home, garden, fashion and of course great food.
We will have cooking demonstrations throughout the weekend included in your entry price with Rory O'Connell, Darina Allen and Paul Flynn along with many other fantastic chefs sharing their knowledge with you in a fun and interactive way. Join Andy from Cask for a cocktail making demo or Colm and Seamus for a pop up wine tasting.
Join one of the walled garden fitness classes and stretch in the sun with yoga or pilates or build some strength with Zoe and Sabrina.
Drop your kids into Kathy for an hour of interactive fun while you wander the unique stalls on display. Children’s Lego and craft workshops will be running throughout the weekend.
Manorhamilton Castle Heritage and Folk festival
When: Fri, 20 May 2022, 19:00 –Sun, 22 May 2022, 22:00
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/manorhamilton-castle-heritage-and-folk-festival-20-tickets-313805198797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Tickets from Free - €22
Taking place in Manorhamilton Castle, Fulacht Fiadh Café and the surrounding gardens from Friday 20 - Sunday 22 May this festival will highlight Leitrim’s rich cultural heritage with music, workshops, and performances by some of Leitrim’s finest traditional, folk, and experimental performers and historians.
Shine 2022
When: Sat 21st May
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/shine-2022-tickets-305085327427?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Tickets - Free
32 Clubs from around the country will compete in a raft of exciting events, obstacle courses and head-to-head events to be crowned Ireland’s Fittest Club. Win a share of the €10,000 Giveaway Prize. Shine 2022 will also showcase some of the best of what Laois has to offer. We are partnering with Laois Chamber of Commerce and other local organizations to bring a great array of what’s on offer in Laois.
West Wicklow Chamber Music Festival Family Concert: The Magic Flute
When: Sun, 22 May 2022
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/west-wicklow-chamber-music-festival-family-concert-the-magic-flute-tickets-257993394187?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Tickets €5
Join us on a magical musical journey with our handsome prince Tamino, as he sets out to free the beautiful Princess Pamina from the clutches of the dark and mysterious Sarastro. With the aid of his spectacular magic flute and his faithful friend Papageno, our hero soon discovers that nothing, not even Day and Night, is quite as it first appears.
Nicholas Grennell, Catherine Redding and Trio Táin present Mozart’s The Magic Flute as you have never experienced it before in this bite-sized musical romp for all the family!
Dawn Morning Cycle
When: Sat, 21 May 2022
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dawn-early-morning-cycle-tickets-327347153147?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Free
Free Event over 16s, Early morning cycle to Tramore to catch a glimpse of the sunrise and enjoy breakfast in Molly's, Leaving the mall outside the House of Waterford Crystal at 6am and cycle the route to Tramore, Helmets most be worn .
7 Galway Castles Heritage Cycle Trail
When: Sun, 22 May 2022
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/7-galway-castles-heritage-cycle-trailsli-na-gcaislean-tickets-331449653837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Free
This event represents a leisurely guided ‘Off the Beaten Track’ heritage cycle tour along a 40km looped trail that passes on route seven castles on the north and eastern side of Galway city and into Galway county. The tour will start from The Plots (sports field) at the Woodquay entrance to the Dyke Road along a route that will pass castles at Terryland, Menlo, Cloonacauneen, Killeen, Ballybrit, Castlegar and Ballindooley.
The group cycle will journey over hills, along botharins, past abandoned farms, ancient castles, karst outcrops, bogs, lakes, dykes, turloughs and meadows.
Bat Walk
When: Sat, 21 May 20:00 – 23:00
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bat-walk-with-meath-bat-group-tickets-276615443237?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Free
To celebrate Biodiversity Week 2022 (15th to 22nd May) join Sonairte on Saturday 21st of May for a Bat Walk and Sighting event with the Meath Bat Group. The Meath Bat Group is a member of Bat Conservation Ireland, a charity group dedicated to the conservation of bats and their habitats.
5 Bs of Biodiversity Children's / Family Activity Kilkenny Castle
When: Sun, 22 May 2022 14:00 – 14:40
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/5-bs-of-biodiversity-childrens-family-activity-kilkenny-castle-tickets-325722513807?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Free
Dale Treadwell of Naturally Wild will be bringing his 5 B’s of Biodiversity workshops to Kilkenny Castle for Biodiversity Week Sunday 22nd of May. Dale is well known for his stints on RTE jnr television and will bring with him stories of the Wild, fun filled games and activities, bug hunts, how to make a solitary Bee Hotel and more. Fun for young and the young at heart.
Burren Slow Food Festival
When: Sat, 21 May
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/burren-slow-food-festival-launch-celebration-of-geofood-tickets-334369988637?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Free
Join us for the launch of GEOfood, a global brand that promotes food produced in UNESCO Global Geoparks. GEOfood emphasises the connections between local food, food traditions and geological heritage.
Have a look at our other events, like the Burren Slow Food Banquet on Saturday night, the Seafood Journey to Inis Oírr on Friday night or the free cookery demos and tastings of Ukrainian food on Sunday afternoon.
Orienteering on Water
When: Sun, 22 May
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/orienteeing-on-water-tickets-329877190557?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Free
Orienteering event at Lough Lannagh. Navigate with your way around the lake and surrounding area in the fastest time possible. There will be a number courses to choose from: Easy; Medium; Hard. This is the perfect event for water enthusiasts, paddle your way around Lough Lannagh and test your map reading skills and speed in your chosen craft (kayak, canoe, SUP). This is for paddlers who have access to their own kayak/sup/canoe.
Social Cycle to Bective Mill for Bike Week 2022
When: Sun, 22 May 2022
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/social-cycle-to-bective-mill-for-bike-week-2022-tickets-326785944557?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Free
Join us for a relaxed Sunday-morning ride to Bective Mills.
Cycle to Zen
When: Fri, 20 May
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cycle-to-zen-tickets-332732400567?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Free
Cycle the Blessington Greenway and wind down with yoga as part of Bike Week 2022. Starting & finishing at The Avon. Tea & coffee to finish. This event is for everyone!
Dawn Chorus Cycle
When: Fri, 20 May
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dawn-chorus-cycle-tickets-332706493077?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Tickets from
Join us on Friday the 20th May at 6.15am for a Dawn Chorus Cycle Tour. Cycle in through Doorly Park along the Garavogue River. Get yourself up early and enjoy one of nature’s miracles as you spin along enjoying the beautiful bird song followed by a quick chat about the birds that you are hearing.
Royal Canal Greenway Leisure Cycle Tour
When: Sat, 21 May
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/royal-canal-greenway-leisure-cycle-tour-tickets-337100696257?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Free
Our Royal Canal Greenway Cycle Tour will take recreational cyclists on a guided cycle along the Royal Canal Greenway starting from Clondra Harbour at 12:00pm on Saturday 21th May.
Two options available:
Buskfest
When: Sat, 21 May
Link: www.buskfest.com
Admission: Free
Buskfest is a famous busking competition now in its 19th year which takes place in Banbridge town centre on Saturday 21 May from 1-4pm.
Judges will be walking around the town during this time and will chose winners from each of the categories.
There are a variety of prize categories including best band, best junior, best performance with prize money up for grabs.
The Bealtaine Living Earth Festival
When: May 19-23
Link: https://www.livingearth.ie/about/
Admission: Free
The Bealtaine Living Earth Festival celebrates biodiversity and natural heritage in the South-East of Ireland. The festival incorporates four very important international days. 18th May is Fascination with Plants Day, 20th May is European Maritime Day, 20th May is World Bee Day, and 22nd May UN Day for Biological Diversity. This year marks the beginning of The UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration, which is about preventing, halting and reversing the degradation of ecosystems worldwide.
Hope Springs Eternal: A Spring Gala Concert in Aid of Trocaire
When: May 20
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hope-springs-eternal-a-spring-gala-concert-in-aid-of-trocaire-tickets-305451101467?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Admission: Free
Hope Springs Eternal! A special gala concert when will look to the future through a celebration of music in a wonderful venue.
We are delighted that Margaret Keys, The Priests and St Dominic's Girls School Choir will be performing for Trócaire once again at Clonard Monastery.
Centra Run Together 2022, Enniskillen!
When: Sun, 22 May
Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/centra-run-together-2022-enniskillen-tickets-276775732667?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Admission: Free
Get fit and have fun at Centra’s 5K charity Run Together event. Simply run, jog or walk with a friend, the kids or even the dog and help raise funds for our charity partner, Action Cancer. Everyone who takes part will receive a free T-shirt, bespoke Run Together medal, a free lunch and food samples. On the day, there will also be face painting and entertainment for all the family…
Malahide Classic & Vintage Motor Show
When: Sun, 22 May
Link: https://www.malahidelions.com/classic-vintage-car-show-2022.html
Admission: Free
Our Show will take place on Sunday 22nd May 2022 at Grand Hotel.
This year all proceeds will go to support two very important causes - Ukraine Humanitarian Relief and Family Carers Ireland.
Phoenix Park Cycle & Biodiversity Talk
When: Sat, 21 May
Link: Phoenix Park Cycle & Biodiversity Talk Tickets, Sat 21 May 2022 at 11:30 | Eventbrite
Admission: Free
To celebrate Bike Week and Biodiversity Week, we are very excited to host this guided cycle of the Phoenix Park.
Meeting outside Phoenix Park Cycles, we will set off on a gentle cycle through the park, taking in some of the sights and sounds. The cycle will be about 4km each way, on segregated cycle lanes, over flat terrain, so suitable for all cycling abilities.
We will be given a guided talk of the park's biodiversity from the OPW within the walled garden, at the park visitor centre.
Biodiversity Week: Dawn Chorus at the Gardens
When: Sat, 21 May
Link: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/biodiversity-week-dawn-chorus-at-the-gardens-tickets-327104046007?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Admission: €5
Every May, the sweet and wild song of the dawn chorus reaches its height, as birds proclaim their presence to welcome the new day. Join us for this unique early morning event at the National Botanic Gardens for Biodiversity Week and witness the sound of the dawn in this haven of the city.
Note: Wrap up warm as the early morning can be chilly, and sunshine is not guaranteed! Families are most welcome, though we do ask that everyone can stay quiet for the birds on the day. And although this is all about the sound, bring binoculars if you have them, to better spot the birds!
Alternative Side to Dublin Tour
When: Sat 21, Sun, 22 May
Link: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/alternative-side-to-dublin-tour-tickets-292547356017?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Admission: Free
Ever wonder what's down there? Well, my friend today is the day we explore the alternative side to Dublin. Come check out a chocolate factory, fruit market, hidden bar, time house, art gallery and many more unique places.